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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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